Spotlight: Buffalo Theatre’s ‘Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley’ and Goodman’s ‘Christmas Carol’ Take the Stage
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble presents the final installment of Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon’s holiday series inspired by Pride and Prejudice, titled Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley. The play explores the friendship between Georgiana Darcy, William Darcy’s younger sister, and Kitty Bennet, Elizabeth Bennet’s second youngest sister. Set on Boxing Day, the story follows their journeys into new careers and relationships.
- Olivia Finkelstein stars as Georgiana.
- Ksa Curry plays Kitty.
- The production is directed by Connie Canaday Howard.
- Performance date: November 20.
- Venue: McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn.
Goodman Theatre’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ Returns
Christopher Donahue reprises his role as Ebenezer Scrooge in Goodman Theatre’s 48th production of A Christmas Carol. This season marks the 25th anniversary of the production and features Gregory Hirte’s debut as music director. Ella Boparai makes her Goodman Theatre debut as Tiny Tim. The production is directed by Malkia Stampley.
For tickets and information, call (312) 443-3800 or visit goodmantheatre.org.
Closing the Season at Oil Lamp Theater
Oil Lamp Theater wraps up its 2025 season with It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, adapted by Joe Landry from Frank Capra’s beloved film. The play centers on George Bailey, a man whose struggles lead him to wish he had never been born.
“George Bailey’s troubles prompt him to wish he had never been born.”
Author’s summary: Buffalo Theatre, Goodman Theatre, and Oil Lamp Theater offer heartfelt holiday productions celebrating friendship, transformation, and timeless classics this season.